Augusta Zoysia Grass is one of the most shade-tolerant Zoysia turf varieties available in Australia. It thrives with as little as 2 to 3 hours of direct sunlight per day, making it perfect for partially shaded backyards, courtyards, or areas near fences and trees. If you’ve got spots in your yard that other grasses struggle in, Augusta will likely handle them with ease.

Thanks to its slow vertical growth, Augusta Zoysia is considered a low-maintenance mowing option. During the warmer months, aim to mow every 2 weeks to keep your lawn tidy and avoid scalping. In cooler months, mowing every 4 to 6 weeks is usually enough. For best results, maintain a height between 20mm and 30mm, although you can leave it a bit longer—up to 50mm—if you prefer a plush, thick look.

Most established lawns need about 25–30mm of water per week to stay healthy. That includes rainfall plus irrigation. In hot weather or sandy soils, you may need closer to 35–40mm.

Augusta Zoysia requires less fertiliser than most other grass types, thanks to its efficient growth pattern. We recommend applying a slow-release fertiliser twice a year—once in early summer and again in early autumn. This light feeding schedule keeps your turf thick, green, and healthy without promoting excessive growth or thatch.

Augusta Zoysia Grass does produce a moderate amount of thatch, which is normal for fine-leaf Zoysia varieties. To keep your lawn healthy, plan a light lawn renovation or dethatching once a year—ideally in early spring. This keeps the soil breathing, encourages strong root development, and removes any soft sponginess underfoot.